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We’re looking for a versatile, hands-on Mechanical Engineer who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle: concept, design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support. You won’t be confined to a single niche. You’ll collaborate with materials, electrical, and test engineers to solve practical problems in thermal management, mechanical integrity, and system integration for high-temperature SOFC systems.
Your Tasks
- Design & Build: Create robust parts, sub-assemblies, and fixtures for SOFC stacks and test rigs using CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
- Support Analysis: Contribute to structural and thermal analyses (FEA/CFD) to inform design decisions and improve durability.
Validate: Help plan and run tests (e.g., vibration, thermal, and functional), then analyze results to drive design improvements. - Prototype: Develop jigs, tools, and assembly methods for rapid iteration; support lab bring-up and troubleshooting.
- Document: Produce clear drawings, specs, and BOMs; capture learnings and best practices for repeatability.
- Collaborate: Work closely with electrical engineers, materials scientists, and project managers to meet performance and schedule targets.
- Source: Engage with suppliers to select components and support fast prototyping and builds.
Adapt: Pitch in where needed across R&D and early manufacturing, this is a startup, and variety is the norm.
Your Qualifications
- Education: BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Practical experience from industry or academic projects in mechanical design, prototyping, or testing.
- Tools: Familiarity with 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Exposure to FEA/CFD is a strong plus (not mandatory).
- Making Things: Comfort with lab tools, fixtures, and hands-on assembly.
- Fundamentals: Understanding of materials and manufacturing processes; GD&T familiarity is a plus.
- Ways of Working: Clear communicator, organized, and collaborative. Able to take ownership and move tasks forward.
- Language: Proficient in spoken and written English.
Don’t meet every requirement? If you’re a strong generalist who loves to build, test, and learn fast, we’d still like to hear from you.
Why Join
- Impactful Work: See your designs move from CAD to hardware to real-world tests, fast
- Cutting-Edge Tech: Contribute to next-gen SOFC systems with civil and defense applications
- Growth: Take on increasing responsibility as we scale; we support professional development
- Culture: Collaborative, practical, and experiment-driven. Team events, milestone celebrations, and wellness benefits
- Package: Competitive salary and benefits
About GalTec
GaltTec is at the forefront of fuel cell technology innovation, developing lightweight, sustainable and highly efficient energy solutions to meet the growing global demand. Our advanced fuel cell technology outstandingly extends the operational endurance of drones, IoT devices, and other portable systems—redefining what’s possible in industries that depend on reliable, long-lasting power. As the first Estonian startup selected for the NATO DIANA accelerator, GaltTec is proud to contribute to the advancement of deep-tech solutions that support defense and critical infrastructure.
How To Apply
If you’re interested, send your CV and a short motivation letter to info@galttec.com.
GaltTec extends UAV endurance with next-generation fuel cell systems — maximizing flight time, minimizing downtime, and advancing the future of aerial energy.